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Tiger Print Cake
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix the cocoa powder, hot water, and instant coffee granules until smooth. Take 1 cup of the cake batter and mix it into the cocoa mixture.
- To create the tiger print effect, drop alternating spoonfuls of the plain batter and the cocoa batter into the prepared cake pans. Use a toothpick to swirl the batters together to create a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, frost with your favorite frosting and enjoy!
Tiger Print Cake, also known as Zebra Cake, is a visually stunning dessert that originated in Eastern Europe. This marbled cake features a striking pattern resembling tiger stripes, achieved by layering vanilla and chocolate batters. The technique of pouring the batters in a specific pattern creates the distinctive striped effect. Renowned pastry chefs in Hungary and Romania are credited with popularizing this eye-catching cake. Today, it is a beloved treat in many European countries and has gained international popularity. The best versions of this cake can be found in traditional European bakeries, where skilled bakers meticulously craft each layer to achieve the perfect tiger print pattern. For those attempting to make it at home, achieving the right consistency in the batters and mastering the pouring technique are crucial for a successful outcome.
70 min
12
320 calories
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